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Patent GB-190015316-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Hydro-carbon Burners.
Inventor: SEARCH CHARLES JAMES
Filed: 1900-08-28
Granted: 1900-10-20
Abstract: 15,316. Search, C. J. Aug. 28. Vapour burners.- The stove consists of a double casing a, b, having bases c, d, the latter of which has a neck e screwing into the former. The outer casing is provided with air inlet openings z arranged at any suitable part, and the inner with an upper reticulated or perforated part l and lower air inlets m. These inlets are opened or closed by a circular sliding damper n operated by an external handle. The annular space between the casings is covered by a plate y, while the top may be provided with a baffle-plate or flame spreader x and a removable cap 6. The nipple burner f is supported by a screw stem g upon the neck e, and is provided with a needle valve h operated by an external handle k. Oil is supplied from an overhead reservoir by a tube s to a vaporizer ring r, from which the vapour passes by the tube v to the burner. A second vaporizer 1 may be used, and be fed from the same or another reservoir by the tube 2. This vaporizer consists of a horizontal coil having thickened walls. The vapour produced therein is led either by the tube 3 to the burner f or by the tube 5 to another external burner. To start the operation, alcohol is poured through the cap opening to the cup-shaped base d, and is there ignited.
Patent GB-190015397-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Railway Signalling Apparatus.
Inventor: HOBBS CHARLES EDWARD
Filed: 1900-08-29
Granted: 1900-11-17
Abstract: 15,397. Hobbs, C. E., and Deen, R. Aug. 29. Brakes, automatic. Relates to apparatus for giving a signal on applying the brakes of a train. It is more particularly intended for use in foggy weather, or in case of an emergency, when it is necessary to stop an approaching train. The pivoted platform or treadle a on the permanent way is adapted to be raised into position by a pin on the lever c, which is worked by a screw and hand wheel &c. in the signal cabin, either independently of, or in conjunction with, the ordinary signals. In the position shown, the platform actuates the lever g of the cock f in the brake pipe, allowing the air to escape and the brakes to be applied. The lever g completes, with the platform a, a circuit which causes a disc to fall in the signal box, and, with the contact h, a circuit of an electric bell on the engine. A disc indicator may be employed in addition to the bell.
Patent GB-190101431-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Forging Machines and Apparatus therefor.
Inventor: RYDER GEORGE ALBERT
Filed: 1901-01-22
Granted: 1901-12-07
Abstract: 1431. Ryder, G. A., aud Hollings, E. Jan. 22. Hammers,power; forging. - Relates t o improvements in the hammer or forging - machine known as the " Ryder" forging- machine, in which the upper swages or blocks H are reciprocated by eccentrics E on a belt - driven shaft G. The present invention relates to means for vertically adjusting the lower swage I of each pair while at work. This swage is carried by a wedge R sliding on a wedge Z adjusted by a screw q. The wedge R is connected by a link S to a crank-pin e on double bell cranks P, pivoted at 0, and connected by a link V to a weighted treadle U. When the machine is at rest, the wedge R rests against a stop screw m, turned by a hand-wheel p, but, by depressing the treadle, the link S moves the wedge R to raise the swage, the wedges being preferably adjusted so that the link S and the arms of the double bell cranks to which it is attached are approximately in line while the work is swaged.
Patent GB-190111551-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Drying and Conveying Fibrous Substances and the like
Inventor: LONGSDON HENRY CROFTS
Filed: 1901-06-06
Granted: 1902-04-24
Abstract: 11,551. Longsdon, H. C. June 6. Conveyers.-A combined apparatus for removing fibrous material from one machine to another and drying it in the process is shown in Fig. 1 as adapted for drying and conveying wool from a washing- machine. The wool is carried by an endless band t into the drying-chamber b, and, after traversing endless bands a', a<2>, is discharged into a pipe m, along which it is forced by a fan n. The conveying-appliances may be varied, and the drying-chamber may be varied in position relatively to the washing-machine.
Patent GB-190112004-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means for Regulating the Stroke of Pumps applicable also for other Purposes.
Inventor: WERNER WILLIAM ARTHUR PERCY
Filed: 1901-06-12
Granted: 1902-08-12
Abstract: 12,004. Werner, W. A. P. June 12. Pump stroke, varying; regulating discharge.- Relates to pumps for supplying water and liquid fuel to steam generators. The plunger g is driven through a link f from a lever e oscillated by an eccentric about a fulcrum e'. The pin e<1> is retained between blocks h<1>, i<1>, and, by separating these more or less, the stroke of the plunger g is more or less reduced. The plunger g, which feeds water to the boiler, operates the liquid-fuel plunger l through an adjustable lost-motion connection, comprising a screw n capable of being advanced more or less into the slotted end of the plunger l. The screw n is adjusted by a pinion nut p<1> retained in a bracket p.
Patent GB-190116159-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Latches
Inventor: VANES ARTHUR BAYLY
Filed: 1901-08-12
Granted: 1902-08-07
Abstract: 16,159. Vanes, A. B. Aug. 12. Latches.-A latch for a door, gate, &c. is arranged so that it can be operated by turning the spindle in either direction. Fig. 1 shows the application of the invention to a " lift-up " latch. The follower c of the spindle is connected to the latch f by a knuckle joint b, which only allows relative movement of the parts when the follower is turned in a clockwise direction. When the follower is turned in a counter-clockwise direction, the latch is rotated with the follower, and is raised out of engagement with the catch. When the follower is turned in a clockwise direction, the joint b opens, and the latch turns about a pin e, formed integral with or fixed to the casing, so as to raise the outer end of the latchf. The latch is kept in engagement with the catch by means of a spring. Fig. 5 shows the invention as applied to a sliding latch. The follower c is connected by a knuckle joint b to a lever i, which is pointed to the bolt or latch f and engages a notch l therein. Two of these notches are provided, one on each side of the latch, so that the latch may be reversed. The latch is maintained in the shot position by a spring m, which engages a pin n on the casing and a cross-bar o on the latch. Upon turning the follower in one direction, the lever i moves therewith to withdraw the latch, and upon turning the follower in the other direction the lever moves about a pin as fulcrum to withdraw the latch. The invention may be applied to make the common bow latch double-acting.
Patent GB-190117679-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Driving Mechanism for Cycles with or without Motors.
Inventor: GILLESPIE JAMES
Filed: 1901-09-04
Granted: 1902-08-28
Abstract: 17,679. Gillespie, J. Sept. 4. Frames; clutches; driving-mechanism; treadlelevers.-In the form shown in Figs. 1 and 2, a tricycle is driven by means of clutches d each connected by a cord c to one arm of a treadlelever b pivoted to a bracket b<1> secured to the frame. Each clutch comprises an outer part d having a groove to receive the cord c and formed with ratchet teeth adapted to engage with balls d<2> mounted in sockets in the inner part d<3> of the clutch. Spiral springs (not shown), connecting the axle d<1> and the parts d, return the levers &c. to their upper positions. In another arrangement, shown in Figs. 5, 6, and 7, the pedals are secured to girder-shaped rods e, which slide freely on rollers n, o mounted in tubes f forming part of a special frame. Cords c connected to pins k, which can be secured either to the rods e or to the tubes f so as to vary the speed gear, pass upwards over pulleys l carried by the rods e, and then down and under pulleys i mounted in the forks f<2> then over pulleys m mounted in the forks f<2>, then round the clutches d, and back through the forks f<2> over the pulleys i, under pulleys i<1> carried by the rods e and back to the pins k. The rods e are raised to their upper position, either by springs p mounted in the tubes f, as shown in Fig. 6, or by a cord connecting their upper ends and passing over a pulley mounted above the tubes f. The frame shown comprises a head f<3> connected by horizontal members f<4> with tubes f, secured by a member g to the upper end of forks f<1>, which extend to the outer ends of forks f<6> attached by tubes f<2> to the tubes f and carrying the axle d'.
Patent GB-190121158-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Machines for Manufacturing Glass Bottles and the like.
Inventor: SIMPSON THOMAS WILLIAM
Filed: 1901-10-22
Granted: 1902-09-25
Abstract: 21,158. Simpson, T. W. Oct. 22. Drawings to Specification. Bottle necks, making.-In a special machine for blowing and moulding bottles, an internal screw is formed in the neck by a threaded nipple, which works in a screwed sleeve, and is projected and retracted by rotating a plunger by means of a handle and toothed gearing.
Patent GB-190123429-A (GB)
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1901-11-19
Granted: 1902-03-13
Abstract: 23,429. Thompson, W. P., [Scott, G. J., Janney, W. S., and Le Bar, F.]. Nov. 19. Electric locomotives and motor vehicles. - Dynamos are combined with the motors on electrically-driven railway cars etc.; their fields are excited by the current that operates the motor, and their armatures drive the vehicle, and may also supply current for other motors, charging batteries, &c. The connection between the armature and driver is made by a yielding connection. A diagram of one arrangement is shown in Fig. 7<a>, in which current from a trolley T passes through a shunt-wound motor M, and then, by means of a switch G, either through a resistance or direct to earth or through the fields of one or more dynamos D. The armatures of these dynamos may be of the shortcircuited type, as in Fig. 1, or may be provided with brushes and commutators so as to send their current through resistances or to other motors or batteries as at R, Fig. 7<a>. In Fig. 1, the motor M is placed longitudinally on the vehicle, and the field coils D<1> of the dynamos are fixed on its shaft m, being supplied through brushes and rings d<3>. The armatures are loose on the shaft m, and drive the sleeves e surrounding the axles B of the vehicle by bevel gearing. Pins e<6> on discs keyed on the axles B project into recesses e<7> in a flange on the sleeve, giving such play that the vibration of the axles is not transmitted to the driving-gear.
Patent GB-190201428-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Rock-cutting Machines.
Inventor: EISENBEIS FRITZ
Filed: 1902-01-18
Granted: 1902-06-12
Abstract: 1428. Eisenbeis, F., and Garelly, F. Jan. 18. Rock drills; undercutting &c. - Relates to improvements on the invention described in Specification No. 17,398, A.D. 1900. Any suitable drill is adjustably clamped on the intermediate piece N, which can be turned on the sector B by the worm I, the sector itself being adjustably mounted on the standard &c. O. The worm I is carried by the part N. Bevel or other gear may replace the worm gear, or the piece N may be provided with an arm or lever, so that the drill may be turned to cut in any direction.
Patent GB-190204457-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Motor Cars and other Road Vehicles.
Inventor: HOLLOWAY WILLIAM CLAUDE
Filed: 1902-02-21
Granted: 1903-02-12
Abstract: 4457. Holloway, W. C. Feb. 21. Hoods; covers, van and like.-Consists in a folding superstructure whereby an open vehicle can be readily converted into a closed vehicle, and vice versÔ. Fig. 1 shows in perspective one form of the superstructure. Fig. 2 shows the superstructure folded out flat and Fig. 3 shows the same folded together ready for insertion into a pocket, which may be immediately behind the driver's seat. A modified form of the shelter is also described, which may be provided with a flap capable of being extended over the driver's seat.
Patent GB-190208415-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Sliding Trivets.
Inventor: BAGNALL EDWIN
Filed: 1902-04-11
Granted: 1903-04-02
Abstract: 8415. Bagnall, E. April 11. Trivets.-The trivet plate 1 is slit at four places, to enable portions to be pressed downwards to form the loops 3, through which the frame wires 2, upon which the plate can slide, are passed. A blank 4 is cut out of the centre of the plate, and is then riveted at 6 to form a handle 5. At the ends of the slot, ears 7, 8 are turned down, to receive a curved wire frame 9, forming a projecting handle 11 and a support, as shown in Fig. 1, for a baking- tin &c. The hole 12 in the ear 8 is square to fit a squared portion of the wire 9, by which the wire can be held in a raised or a lowered position. In the latter case, it rests within a recess 10 in the plate. Small discs 15 are cut from the plate, and serve as washers. In a modification, the blank, such as 4, is cut into two parts, which are hinged together. One part is secured to the trivet plate, while the other forms, when lying flat, a handle, or, when bent upwards on its hinge, a support for the dish &c.
Patent GB-190209047-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Plug or Stopper for Boiler Tubes, Hollow Shafting or the like.
Inventor: MASON HENRY THOMAS
Filed: 1902-04-18
Granted: 1903-02-12
Abstract: 9047. Mason, H. T. April 18. Stopping tubes.-Relates to plugs or stoppers for boiler tubes, hollow shafting, or the like. Fig. 1 shows a stopper for use with hollow shafting to brace the shaft or form oil reservoirs within the bore of the shaft, and Fig. 4 shows a modified stopper for a boiler tube. The head C is preferably made in three segments or sections, which are expanded within the shaft or tube by the conical wedge E on tightening up the nut J and compressing the packing I interposed between the washer H and the clamping-plate G. For stopping boiler tubes, the clamping-member R is enlarged and is forced against the end of the tube P by its clamping-nut. The member R is provided with an annular groove S and with a packing- groove T.
Patent GB-190209920-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Filters for Sewage and Liquid and Apparatus connected therewith.
Inventor: ADAMS SAMUEL HENRY
Filed: 1902-04-30
Granted: 1902-07-31
Abstract: 9920. Adams, S. H. April 30. Sewage, treating ; bacteriological processes.- Filters for sewage and other liquids are formed with a sloping floor over which the liquid to be purified travels. The liquid may be supplied intermittently or continuously. In Fig. 2 a tipping-bucket d, and in Fig. 4 a siphon b with three valved outlets c, d, e are shown for providing an intermittent supply. The floor of the filter may be covered with rods, sticks, laths, or the like, which may be made up in bundles to facilitate removal for cleaning ; or it may be provided with a rough surface to facilitate retention of bacteria. In Fig. 4, three superposed slopes are shown, the uppermost being formed of tiles of S-shaped section, which allow of access of air and also cause a cascade action of the liquid in its descent. In Fig. 5, a number of superposed grooved tiles a, b, c, d are shown to which liquid is supplied by a chamber f. In a modification of this form, the several layers slope up to the same horizontal level over which the liquid is distributed. The liquid may be caused to follow a zig-zag or other irregular course for increasing its length of travel.
Patent GB-190219319-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Method of and Apparatus for Dyeing Warps for Weaving.
Inventor: GODDARD RICHARD WOODFORD
Filed: 1902-09-03
Granted: 1903-07-30
Abstract: 19,319. Coddard, R. W. Sept. 3. Dyeing.-Relates to improvements in the apparatus for dyeing warps for weaving described in Specification No. 15,038, A.D. 1901. The rollers 5, round which the material is passed, are mounted in bearings 21 formed in hangers 22, these being secured to supports 27 carried by the bath, by means of bolts 24 engaging vertical slots in the hangers and horizontal slots in the supports.
Patent GB-190226725-A (GB)
Title: Improvements appertaining to the Dyeing of Yarns or Threads.
Inventor: SHACKLETON JOHN WILLIAM
Filed: 1902-12-04
Granted: 1903-10-08
Abstract: 26,725. Shackleton, J. W., and Barraclough, I. Dec. 4. Dyeing.-Hanks or skeins of yarns or threads to be dyed different colours in different parts, or to be left undyed in parts, are protected where desired by means of covering-tubes a, Figs. 1 and 3, which act with internal plugs c to prevent contact of the dye with the covered parts b<1>. The tubes a are preferably lined with fabric &c. a<1> to prevent damage to the hanks b, and may be conical or cylindrical as shown in Figs. 3 and 5. In the latter case, the ends f, g of the tube a are screwed on to it, and the hank is gripped between the conical ends c<2>, c<3> of the plug c' and the opanings f<1>, g<1> of the pieces f, g.
Patent GB-190300381-A (GB)
Title: Improved Device or Apparatus for Passing Anti-incrustation Fluid into the Boiler while under Full Pressure of Steam
Inventor: WILLIAMS ALEXANDER MC
Filed: 1903-01-07
Granted: 1903-06-18
Abstract: 381. McWilliams, A. Jan. 7. Incrustation, preventing. - Relates to apparatus for introducing a n t iincrustation f l u i d into a boiler under pressure. Fig. 1 shows intermittent, and Fig. 2 continuous apparatus. In Fig. 1, c represents a chamber in the feed-pipe which may be shut off by valves d, e above and below. These valves being closed, the chamber is emptied o f water by the cock hand filled with the fluid by the funnel and cock g. When it is full, the cocks g, h are closed and the valves d, e opened, the fluid being then taken into the boiler with the feedwater. In the continuous apparatus, Fig. 2, a receiver j for the fluid is provided, with a connection through a three-way cock at o to the feed-pipe k, and another connection through a cock p to a sight-feed apparatus v in a bye-pass pipe m. The vessel j being filled with the fluid, and the cock o being turned to give a through passage for the pipe m, the cock p is opened and the feedwater passing through the pipe m carries with it a regulable quantity of fluid, according to the amount of opening of an air cock (not shown) on the vessel j. This apparatus may be used for an intermittent supply, by fitting a valve on the feed-pipe below the junction with the pipe m and providing a drain valve like the cock h, Fig. 1.
Patent GB-190301209-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Heating and Humidifying Apparatus for Greenhouses, Dwelling Houses, Cotton Mills, and other Places where Heat or Moisture is Required
Inventor: RIDING JOHN FREDERIC
Filed: 1903-01-17
Granted: 1903-03-19
Abstract: 1209. Riding, J. F. Jan. 17. Moistening.-Relates to heating and humidifying apparatus for greenhouses, dwelling-houses, cotton mills, and other places where heat and moisture is required. An endless range of piping a is connected to the hollow vertical cylinder b by top and bottom branch pipes c. The cylinder b may have cross water tubes d, or central vertical water tubes connected to top, and bottom cross-tubes, and the water in the cylinder may be heated in any suitable way, as by an oil lamp g balanced by the weights l and suspended under the cylinder. Water is supplied from a tank or cistern, and overflow pipes e to the cisterns are provided. Two or more cylinders b may be connected up by lengths of piping a. For moistening the air, an open vessel containing water may be placed on the top of the heater, or the projection t may be fitted with nozzles which may be opened to allow steam to escape.
Patent GB-190301985-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Flanging Machines.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1903-01-27
Granted: 1903-05-21
Abstract: 1985. Thompson, W. P., [Pfaudler Co.]. Jan. 27. Flanging.-A machine for flanging pipes of various sizes, or large bands such as are employed in the construction of metal tanks for brewing beer &c., has a hollow spindle d with a self-centering chuck for holding the work while being flanged. Segments h, Fig. 1, for holding bands or jaws 16, Fig. 11, for holding pipes are moved radially on the chuck head by screws i with pinions j engaging a toothed ring f, which can be driven from a pulley shaft n with a clutch q. The hollow spindle d is mounted in roller bearings in the standards a and driven from a countershaft (not shown). Antifriction rollers g are inserted between the chuck and the front standard. The flanging is effected by a roller 12 mounted in an ordinary yoke arrangement, as shown in Fig. 1, or carried by a spindle z, Fig. 11, longitudinally adjustable on a bracket x mounted in turn on a vertical axis on a compound slide t. The segments and jaws are brought into close contact when holding the work to present a continuous face on to which the flange is turned. The jaws 16 are reversible to suit different sizes of pipe. When flanging bands, the inner unflanged edge rests in recesses 20 in blocks 19 secured to the chuck head, the segments being cut away to pass these blocks. When the band is reversed, the flanged end rests on the faces of the blocks. The segments and blocks preferably close together with a tongue-and-groove joint. The ring f is covered and held in place by a lip l, which is attached to or integral with the head.
Patent GB-190306641-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Manufacture of Liquid Lenses
Inventor: MAYERING CHARLES
Filed: 1903-03-21
Granted: 1903-06-11
Abstract: 6641. Mayering, C. March 21. Lenses.-The cavity between two glass lenses is filled up with liquid by immersion, and the edges of the lenses are then cemented together with a glass-like cement, such as water-glass. The application of dilute hydrochloric acid then converts the cement into glass.
Patent GB-190307132-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Appliance for Administering Balls to Horses and other Animals.
Inventor: HOLMWOOD LEONARD
Filed: 1903-03-27
Granted: 1903-06-04
Abstract: 7132. Holmwood, L., and Page, H. T. March 27. Medicines, administering, to animals. The handle a is made in two pieces fastened together along their length. One of these pieces is grooved to receive a strip of metal c, which extends into the mouthpiece k and terminates in a piston e. The mouthpiece is slightly curved and is made of leather or other suitable material. When a ball is to be administered, the knob d is drawn out and locked in that position by moving the trigger h, Fig. 3, so that it engages with the notch j ; the ball is then dropped in on to the piston, the mouthpiece inserted into the animal's mouth, and the ball shot down its throat by moving the trigger
Patent GB-190315503-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Brush Making Machines.
Inventor: FISHER CHARLES EDWARD
Filed: 1903-07-13
Granted: 1903-11-05
Abstract: 15,503. Fisher, C. E., and Young, M. April 16, [date applied for under Patents Act, A.D. 1901 ]. Stapling.-Relates to brush-making machines of the kind described in Specification No. 6902, A.D. 1897, in which the tufts of bristles are doubled and secured in the stock by fasteners in the form of staples. In the present invention, the plates a, a<1>, which form the guide for the fasteners, are mounted under the control of springs I<x>, I<1>, Fig. 1, on the reciprocating head B, instead of being fixed to the head, so that, when inserting flared tufts, as shown in Fig. 7, one jaw will move longitudinally relatively to the other, and both will make contact with the brush block G while the staple E is being inserted by the driver D. The arrangement also permits both plates to adjust themselves to inequalities in the block. As shown in Figs. 1 and 3, the plates bear on projections b, b', b<2> on the head B, and are secured by the cover-plate H, which is provided with ribs h, h' engaging in the slots a<4>, a<3> of the plates. The plate a' is formed with an arm K having a rib k, which engages in the slot k<1> in the plate a, to prevent lateral displacement. In a modification, only one of the plates is made movable with respect to the head and the other plate, the second plate being fixed to the head.